Peace in Oneself, Peace in the World
Blue Cliff Monastery
A mindfulness meditation practice center, founded by Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh, offering retreats and teachings on engaged Buddhism and the art of mindful living.
IMPORTANT UPDATE: We are happy to announce that the renovations of the Great Togetherness Meditation Hall are scheduled to be complete by the end of June. We have now opened Seasonal Retreat registration for July and August, and we plan to have our first Day of Mindfulness on Thursday, July 9, 2026. To register for a Seasonal Retreat, please visit About Our Retreats|Registration.
You are warmly invited to come and practice with us
Please visit our Schedule of Events page for information on Days of Mindfulness, Seasonal Retreats,Themed Retreats, and other special retreats and events.
Upcoming Events
Summer Volunteering and Practice Opportunity
A Request for Weekend Lawn Care Support at the Monastery
You are warmly invited to participate in two hours of work meditation each Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from June through October.
The work involves mowing the lawn on the Sisters’ side of Blue Cliff Monastery and weed-whacking for approximately two hours each day, between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.
On Friday, please check in at the Monastery between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Your stay will conclude with check-out on Sunday afternoon or early evening.
For your three-day stay, we offer a discounted contribution rate of $30 to $90/ weekend, depending on your ability and generosity. Your contribution helps cover the cost of food and accommodations during your stay.
If this opportunity interests you, please get in touch with us by email at giacchung081@gmail.com or by phone at 845-791-0199. In your email, please let us know whether you are a practitioner in the Plum Village tradition or another mindfulness tradition.
Registration Link: BCM Weekend Work Exchange Registration.
We sincerely appreciate your kindness, support, and consideration.
With gratitude,
Blue Cliff Monastery
LỜI MỜI THAM GIA CÔNG QUẢ CẮT CỎ CUỐI TUẦN
Quý Sư cô kính mời quý vị cùng thực tập thiền làm việc vào các ngày thứ Sáu, thứ Bảy và Chủ Nhật hằng tuần.
Công việc gồm cắt cỏ và chăm sóc khuôn viên tu viện trong khoảng hai giờ mỗi ngày, ngoài thời khóa tu học theo chương trình của tu viện.
Vào ngày thứ Sáu, xin quý vị vui lòng đến tu viện trước 1:00 giờ chiều (13:00). Thời gian lưu trú sẽ kết thúc vào chiều Chủ Nhật.
Trong ba ngày lưu trú tại tu viện, quý vị có thể tùy hỷ cúng dường từ 30 đến 90 đô la Mỹ, tùy theo khả năng và tâm nguyện của mình. Khoản cúng dường này góp phần hỗ trợ chi phí ăn ở trong thời gian quý vị lưu trú tại tu viện.
Nếu quý vị quan tâm, xin vui lòng liên lạc với Sư cô Thanh Lương qua email: giacchung081@gmail.com hoặc điện thoại: 845-791-0199.
Liên kết đăng ký: BCM Weekend Work Exchange Registration.
Chúng con chân thành tri ân sự quan tâm, hỗ trợ và phát tâm của quý vị.
Kính chúc quý vị thân tâm an lạc.
Blue Cliff Monastery
Moon Lake Update
This Is a Happy Moment!
We are delighted to share with you that the Sisters of Blue Cliff Monastery have moved into their new home! After many years, our beloved Sisters now enjoy a home that is a true work of both art and function. We look forward to the next happy moment, when we can announce that the outstanding balance totaling approximately $1 million has been repaid.
No matter how much or how little you are able to offer, please know that all gifts are most welcome.